Why aren't we taught to disagree?

The article discusses the lack of education on how to engage with differing opinions despite extensive training in defending one's own ideas. It highlights the importance of listening and understanding opposing viewpoints in a democratic society. The author argues that many debates today are more about confirming existing beliefs rather than exploring new ideas. This leads to a culture where certainty is valued over doubt, and where opinions are tied to personal identity, making it difficult to change one's mind. The piece emphasizes that true critical thinking involves the willingness to revise one's beliefs and that democracy thrives on disagreement and humility in acknowledging errors.